About the ERAS® System

ERAS Applications

The ERAS system includes four individual, but connected, applications developed to serve the needs of each user group involved in the application process and provide impartial, confidential transmission of applications to programs:

• The MyERAS^® portal for applicants, in which students complete their applications, select programs, assign supporting documents, and submit their materials to their selected programs
• Dean's Office WorkStation (DWS) for Designated Dean’s Offices to upload medical school transcripts and medical school performance evaluations (MSPEs) in support of applications submitted through MyERAS
• Letter of Recommendation Portal (LoRP) for LoR authors to submit letters in support applications submitted through MyERAS
• Program Director's WorkStation (PDWS) for training programs to receive and review the applications and supporting documents

How Does the ERAS System Work?

• Applicants receive a token from their Designated Dean's Office and use it to register with  the MyERAS portal.
• Applicants complete their MyERAS application, select programs, assign supporting documents, and apply to programs.
• Applicant’s Designated Dean’s Office and LoR authors upload supporting documents.
• Examining boards receive and process requests for transcripts.
• Programs receive application materials through the PDWS.